Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116
GoodRoanoke County, Virginia · 1.0 Mile to Va Route 666 · Structure no. 5140032P0000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,188
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116 is a concrete frame carrying Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116 in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,188 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,607 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116 carry?
About 4,188 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Blue Ridge Parkway over Va Route 116?
It is owned by the National Park Service.